Error Code CE
The main control board and the control panel are not talking to each other
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: CE
What This Means
Main PBA or Sub PBA is out of order; Communications connection for the Main PBA or Sub PBA is not properly connected; Wire harness between Main PBA and Sub PBA is damaged
What actually causes this:
A wire connection came loose between the door panel and the main electronics, often from repeated door opening
First Thing to Check
Turn off the dishwasher at the circuit breaker, wait one minute, then turn it back on
Parts Involved
How to Fix
- 1
1. Check the CN2 connector on the Main PBA for the Sub PBA connection — reconnect if loose
- 2
2. Check the wire harness between Main PBA and Sub PBA for damage
- 3
3. If connectors are secure, replace the Sub PBA
- 4
4. If Sub PBA replacement doesn't resolve, replace Main PBA
Parts Commonly Needed for This Error
OEM part numbers confirmed by retailers
This Error Applies To
Samsung DW80N3030U Series Dishwashers (2018) (2018–present)
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